Single Stop Food Pantry Coordinator

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, Dental & Vision

Job summary

Pikes Peak State College is seeking a dedicated Single Stop Food Pantry Coordinator to lead campus operations, coordinate staff and student employees, and strengthen partnerships with local nonprofits. The role focuses on data, budgeting, and community outreach to support students’ basic needs.

The coordinator will promote the program across campus, manage grants, and ensure effective reporting while collaborating with campus departments to raise awareness and referrals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of professional experience in program coordination, project management, operations, or social services.
• Experience coordinating initiatives or programs involving multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrable ability to manage projects, budgets, and operational processes.
• Demonstrable understanding of food security in general or college student food security specifically.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Single Stop program on campus, supporting its operations and goals.
• Collaborate with the Director and Student Resource Specialist to onboard students and promote the program.
• Maintain partnerships with community agencies, nonprofits, and vendors.
• Track expenses and oversee grants and program funding.
• Coordinate data collection, reporting, and assessment activities.
• Represent the program in meetings and strengthen referral systems across campus.

Job description

Title: Single Stop Food Pantry Coordinator

Position Type: Professional Tech Full time

College: Pikes Peak State College

Location: Colorado Springs

Salary Range: $53,000 annual gross

Who We Are:

Pikes Peak State College is the largest and most diverse college in the Pikes Peak region, serving students with a wide range of goals, experiences, and responsibilities. Our students include recent high school graduates, working adults, military-affiliated students, parents, first‑generation students, career changers, transfer students, and lifelong learners.

Our mission is to provide high-quality educational opportunities to all, with a focus on student success and community needs. We fulfill that mission by creating affordable, flexible, and accessible pathways that help students transfer to four‑year institutions, enter the workforce, advance their careers, and build better futures close to home.

As the needs of our students, employers, and communities continue to evolve, so do we. PPSC embraces innovation that is human‑centered, ethical, and focused on student learning. Through strong workforce partnerships and the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, we prepare students not only for today's opportunities, but for what's next.

We're looking for people who are passionate about access, collaboration, innovation, and student success. Whether you work in the classroom or behind the scenes, your contributions help create opportunities that change lives. At PPSC, our vision is simple: Students Succeed at PPSC.

Job Summary:

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity and is exempt from the State Classified Personnel System. Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities.

The Single Stop Coordinator provides program coordination, operational leadership, and project management support for the Single Stop department.

This role focuses on program operations, staff coordination, community partnerships, budgets, and oversight of grant-supported initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The primary responsibility of the Single Stop Coordinator is to assist the Director of Single Stop Services overseeing the program and community tables. The coordinator will work in collaboration with Student Resource Specialist to effectively onboard students to the program. The coordinator will promote Single Stop to the campus community (e.g., workshops, class presentations, meetings, etc.). Perform data collection, tracking, reporting, retention data on students who utilize Single Stop.

• Lead and manage operational projects related to food security and basic needs initiatives.
• Support the Director in implementing strategic priorities and departmental initiatives.
• Coordinate the work of student employees and food pantries daily operations.
• Assist with student-employees onboarding, scheduling, and operational guidance for staff.
• Maintain partnerships with community agencies, nonprofits, and vendors.
• Track expenses and support oversight of grants and program funding.
• Coordinate data collection, program reporting, and assessment activities.
• Collaborate with campus departments to strengthen referral systems and program awareness.
• Assist with oversight of Canvas Community Food Pantry operations and related initiatives.
• Represent the program in meetings and perform other duties as assigned.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with local nonprofit organizations, community
• partners, and service providers.
• Hire, provide training, approve timesheets, and supervise student-employees.
• Deliver food to Centennial, Downtown, and Rampart food pantries.
• Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs.

Competencies/KSAs:

• Ability to navigate differences effectively and respectfully in the workplace.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.
• Strong project management and program coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to support diverse student populations.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and campuses.
• Knowledge of community referral resources.
• Cultural competence and demonstrated evidence, understanding, and commitment to the concepts of diversity, multiculturalism, and their application in the workplace.
• Ability to travel between campuses and work a flexible schedule as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two years of professional experience in program coordination, project management, operations, or social services.
• Experience coordinating initiatives or programs involving multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, budgets, and operational processes.
• Demonstrable understanding of food security in general or college student food security specifically.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge. Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed Master’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or closely related field.
• Experience working in a higher education setting with traditional and non-traditional students.
• Experience working in higher education or student services.
• Experience coordinating or supervising staff.
• Experience supporting grant-funded programs or budgets.
• Experience developing community partnerships.
• Experience with program evaluation, data tracking, or reporting.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English).

Selection Process:

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on October 2,2026.

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Additional Information/Benefits:

Work Life Balance

Pikes Peak State College offers a generous amount of annual leave and sick leave. Depending on your employment category and full or part-time status, Pikes Peak State College offers 15 hours a month of annual leave and 10 hours a month of sick leave accrual. There are paid holidays and alternate paid holidays which allow the college to be closed Christmas Day through New Year's Day. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Tuition Reimbursement

Education and your success are a priority at Pikes Peak State College. We encourage you to develop job skills and abilities which will benefit you as well as our college. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and spouse/domestic partners may enroll in credit courses at any of the Colorado Community College System. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Health, Dental & Vision

Pikes Peak State College offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide you and eligible dependents, spouse/domestic partner, with a broad range of employer paid and employee paid benefit options. In addition to medical coverage, the college offers dental and vision insurance plans to choose from. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Retirement

Pikes Peak State College participates in Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates. State employees are required to a mandatory contribution of a percentage of their salary to the plan, and the college contributes a percentage as well. While you are enrolled in PERA, you do not pay Social Security. In addition, there are supplemental retirement plans available through three other vendors.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) offer you an easy way to pay for eligible medical and childcare expenses with money that's set aside with a pre-tax benefit. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Disability Coverage

Pikes Peak State College offers disability insurance to help you meet needs should you become unable to work due to an illness or injury.

Life Insurance

Pikes Peak State College offers life insurance paid for by the college to eligible employees. Supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance policies are available for those interested in additional coverage. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Additional Leave Programs

Pikes Peak State College offers additional leave programs such as bereavement leave, jury leave, community and parental academic leave, Family and Medical Leave (FML), and Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI).